Vintage 1937 Gatun Locks Panama Canal Linen Postcard - Curt Teich Art-Colortone
$ 5.28
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Vintage 1937 Gatun Locks Panama Canal Linen Postcard - Curt Teich Art-Colortone. The scene captures the imposing scale of the locks, leading to Gatun Lake, a critical component of the waterway. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a fascinating piece of engineering history with this vintage linen postcard depicting the iconic Entrance to Gatun Locks on the Panama Canal. The vibrant Art-Colortone printing technique by Curt Teich & Co. brings to life the intricate signal poles and the distinctive green and orange arrow signal, guiding ships through this marvel of international commerce. The scene captures the imposing scale of the locks, leading to Gatun Lake, a critical component of the waterway. This collectible postcard, published by Sucesion de I. L. Maduro, Jr. of Panama, showcases the unique industrial aesthetic of the 1930s. The detailed illustration provides a glimpse into the daily operations of the canal, a vital link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. A perfect addition for collectors of Panama Canal memorabilia, vintage travel postcards, or those interested in historical infrastructure.
